Users' questions

What size should a Tshirt quilt be?

What size should a Tshirt quilt be?

A good size is 15” x 15” or 16” x 16” … remember the sewn square will be a 1/2″ smaller on all sides because of a half inch seam allowance. You can do bigger or smaller squares (if you have lots of t-shirts, you have the option to do smaller squares so that the quilt doesn’t get too big).

How many t-shirts do I need for a queen size Tshirt quilt?

36 shirts
36 shirts will make a queen size quilt, approx. 96″ x 96″ – 6 across x 6 down.

What is the best interfacing for t-shirt quilts?

For most t-shirt quilts, a fusible knit or 100% cotton woven fusible interfacing is a great choice with a cotton or cotton-blend batting. If you like things a little stiffer, then try Pellon 911 nonwoven fusible interfacing.

How much does it cost to have at shirt quilt made?

So, How Much Will it Cost?

Number of Blocks Approximate Quilt Size Standard Standard Base Price
16 78” x 78” $320
20 78” x 94” $400
25 94” x 94″ $500
30 94″ x 110” $600

Do T-shirt quilts need batting?

YES! It is important. Although you don’t see the batting in a quilt, it is very important. The type of the batting used influences the look, feel and longevity of your T-shirt quilt.

How many t-shirts do you need to make a Tshirt quilt?

12 shirts will make a throw-size quilt, approx. 48″ x 64″ – 3 across x 4 down. 30 shirts will make a full size quilt, approx. 82″ x 96″ – 5 across x 6 down.

What is the best fabric stabilizer for T-shirt quilts?

Pellon SF101 is a lightweight, 100% cotton interfacing for t-shirt quilts that have been woven. It is suitable for light to medium weight fabric. Pellon SF101 can give a t-shirt the weight of a canvas fabric, giving it a permanent stability when sewing.

What stabilizer do you use for T-shirt quilts?

911FF Fusible Featherweight Fusible 20″ Feather- to midweight. Stabilizes detail areas in a wide variety of fabrics. Use to stabilize T-shirt quilts. Non- woven.

How much should I charge for making a quilt?

How much you charge will vary according to each of these different factors, but as an average, most quilters will charge between 3 – 15 cents per square inch.

What do you put on the back of a Tshirt quilt?

What material can be used on the back of a T-shirt quilt?

  • 100% Cotton.
  • 50% Polyester/50% Cotton.
  • 100% Polyester.
  • Flannel.
  • Minky Fabric.
  • Blue Jean.